Sequimite appointed to governor’s advisory group

Margaret Witt of Sequim was appointed to the governor's committee on disability issues and employment.

Margaret Witt of Sequim was appointed to the governor’s committee on disability issues and employment.

Witt’s term is effective Jan. 22, 2009-Dec. 31, 2011.

Retired, she is the founder of the North Olympic Hot Wheelers and participates in the Clallam Transit citizens advisory committee and Para Transit advisory board.

The committee advises the governor and Legislature on disability issues, generates local action, initiates projects to address specific issues, provides training and assistance to individuals and organizations statewide, conducts workshops and conferences, and publishes disability-related materials.